FINANCIAL eMPOWERMENT wORKSHOPS
May 12, 6:30pm: Preparándose para ser propietario de una vivienda May 13, 6:30pm: Estrategias de presupuestación financiera May 13, 6:30pm: Financial Budgeting Strategies May 13, 7pm: Strategic Job Search May 15, 12pm: Tax Debt Relief Clinic May 20, 7pm: Credit Reports & Using Credit Wisely May 20, 7pm: Informes de crédito y uso inteligente del crédito May 22, 1pm: Is Bankruptcy Right for You? May 27, 7pm: Take Control of Your Financial Health May 27, 7pm: Tome el control de su salud financiera May 28, 12:30pm: Informes de crédito y uso inteligente del crédito If you are having trouble registering, please send an email to info@fecsoco.org or call us at (703) 704-6101
May is national menstrual
health awareness month
A FREE FAMILY-FRIENDLY farm visit
During your visit, you will get to:
Meet the farm's beautiful horses Get snuggles from Bob the miniature donkey Feed friendly animals Observe hardworking honeybees in their hives Second Star Farm offers pony rides for children ages 5 to 12, and farm visits open
to all ages (groups of about 4-5 people at a time). All visits and rides are free for Britepaths clients!
Capital Area Food Bank: Pop-Up Food Distributions
If you or your family have been impacted by recent changes in
federal employment or funding,
the Capital Area Food Bank
be holding pop-up food distributions.
These pop-ups offer free food boxes filled with shelf-stable groceries and fresh produce, available on a first come, fresh served basis.
Thursdays from 5-7pm and
Saturdays from 9-11am Giant, 6364 Springfield Plaza, Springfield, VA
and Safeway, 4215 Cheshire Station Plaza,
Dale City, VA
No registration required, Learn more here
FARMERS MARKET season is here
Farmers Market season is officially open! If you are a BriteHarvest client, you can now use your vouchers at several local markets to pick up fresh produce and local goods.
Participating Markets for BriteHarvest Clients:
SNAP Benefits are also accepted at many of the Fairfax County Markets. Enjoy fresh, seasonal food and support local farmers while making the most of your benefits!
Taller Virtual en Español
¿Has estado pensando en comprar una casa? ¿Quiere prepararse para convertirse
en propietario de una vivienda? Acompáñenos en este taller virtual gratuito en
español para aprender sobre el proceso de compra de vivienda y cómo preparar
sus finanzas. ¡Es una excelente oportunidad para dar el primer paso hacia ser
dueño de su propia casa!
Life is full of surprises, some wonderful and some expensive, which is why having an emergency fund is crucial. This financial safety net can help cover unexpected costs like medical bills, car repairs, or sudden job loss. While the goal is to save 3-6 months’ worth of expenses, the key is simply to start
Try automating your savings with a weekly transfer, rounding up everyday purchases to stash the spare change, or treating your emergency fund like a monthly bill that must be paid. Even small steps can build a meaningful cushion that provides peace
of mind when life takes an unexpected turn.
Britepaths and the Financial Empowerment Center (FEC) at South County are committed to supporting you on your journey toward stability and success. Whether you’re looking for personalized financial coaching, career development workshops, resources to navigate the job market, tax preparation, or food assistance, we’re here to help.
3959 Pender Drive, Suite 200
